Master of Arts (MA) Course-based in English
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Program Admissions Information
Deadline for submission of complete applications is available on the Future Students website: http://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/graduate/explore-programs/english-master-arts-course-based.
In addition to Faculties of Graduate Studies and Arts requirements, the Department requires:
a) A completed four-year undergraduate program (or equivalent) with a Major in English Literature or in a closely related discipline.
b) A minimum admission grade point average of 3.3 on a four-point scale over the final 60 units of the undergraduate degree.
c) A Statement of Intent.
d) A 5-10 page sample of critical writing; for creative writing applicants, an additional 10-page sample of creative writing.
e) For applicants required to provide proof of proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 97 (5.0 for tests taken after January 21, 2026); an IELTS score of 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5); a CAEL score of 70 (with no section less than 65); a PTE score of 68; a Duolingo score of 135 (with no subscore below 115); or a Cambridge score of 191. This requirement can also be met by completing the Academic Communication Certificate with a grade of A- in two courses and B+ in all other courses.
f) Two reference letters.